Whisper

Adopted 2-24-09

Krissy from Aurora, CO has previous Dane experience and looks forward to adding Whisper to her brood. Whisper will have a Dane brother and Doberman brother to keep him company as well as 2 cats. She is very active and loves to go to dog parks and on walks. Krissy is committed to giving Whisper the care he needs after his surgery.

Family photo coming soon.

Duke

Adopted 2-28-09

Duke's new Dad, Bob, met us at Best Friends Pet Care where Duke had been going through training. He rented a car and drove all the way from Montrose to get him! Almost immediately, Duke was trying to shove his way into Bob's lap for pets, and was working hard to let Bob know that he needed love. We talked about all of Duke's hard work in training, his progress, and how to continue on with it. Duke got to run around in the yard for a good 20 minutes before the trip back to Montrose. When we opened up the back door of his car, there was a brand new bed and some toys in there for Duke to relax on on the ride home. Duke jumped right up, took a sniff of the bedding, took a deep breath as if to say "Finally, I'm going home..." and melted into it, relaxing immediately. It was adorable. Bob has already spoken with a trainer in Montrose, and will be continuing training with Duke. He was taking pictures with his cell before he left Best Friends as he couldn't wait to share with his kids the new addition to his family!

Bella

Adopted 2-28-09

Bella was the mama of our parvo puppies and has gone through a lot in her short life. We are happy to report that Calyn and Ryan of Boulder are now happy to call her their own. Here what Calyn wrote to all her friends after Bella's arrival....

"I am writing you to let you know that after many months of wanting a dog, Ryan and I finally adopted a Great Dane from the Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue! Bella entered our family Friday evening and has pleasantly surprised us with her laid back personality, love for affection and ease with children, cats and other pooches.

Now that she has a forever home she should gain weight and confidence. Ryan and I have been working with her on basic commands and look forward to taking her to the Humane Society for training classes in a few weeks. She is eating well, a whopping eight to ten cups per day!

One of my favorite moments with Bella so far was during the first night she spent with us. She would not go to sleep and paced back and forth in front of our bed whining. Finally after a couple of restless hours, we allowed her on to the bed where she flopped down between us and slept the whole night through. When my alarm went off at 7am the next morning she just rolled onto her back and stuck her long front paws straight up in the air like she had a question to ask... "do you love me or what?" was all I could imagine was running through her head. And yes, we love her more than ever."

Family photo coming soon.

Walter

Adopted 3-1-09

Walter, the only puppy not to get parvo, has made his way home to Grand Junction, CO with Brandi. Brandi has lots of Dane experience and was currently Daneless waiting for a puppy. She is looking forward to watching Walter (now Bishop) grow up and helping him grow into a wonderful adult Great Dane. She takes him to work and he is already showing his true puppy side. We can't wait to see how much Walter grows in the coming months.

Astro

Adopted 3-2-09

Josh from Castle Rock, CO has always wanted a Dane but his living situation was never right until now. Josh and his 10-year old daughter, Serena, live in a house with a yard that backs up to a greenbelt that is perfect for exercising Astro. Astro will join a 7-month old St Bernanrd puppy recently adopted by Josh; his girlfriend has a German Shephard so Astro will have plenty of playmates. Josh's work schedule allows him to home a lot and he is also very active - lots of trips to the park and hiking are in Astro's future.

Family photo coming soon.

Ebony

Adopted 3-6-09

Ebony is now a permanent member of Jason life. Jason met Ebony at the I Love My Dog Expo in Lincoln, Nebraska. He knew Ebony was the one!! Jason filled out the application right there at the event. Jason was again happy to see Ebony when she was able to go along on the Homecheck. Ebony was very friendly, leaning, and sitting next to Jason. Once all the "official" stuff was done, she was ready to go to her forever home with Jason. When we arrived, Jason was out front waiting to meet up with us. We completed the paperwork, she chewed on her new nylabone, sniffed out her new bed, found her new water and food dish and made herself right at home. We then took a little stroll out to the dog area in the apartment commons and met up with several new friends. Ebony will live a very happy and loved life with Jason and will meet lots of new friends, and get lots of attention and exercise. They are a great match.

Holly

Adopted 3-7-09

Timing couldn't be better!! Melissa (NE) has been waiting for a few weeks to choose a dog since she was in school. Now the time has come! Meilissa has no other pets and is new to the breed so Holly is a perfect match for her to "get to know the breed". She walks extensively and is an avid Omaha park visitor. She lives in a very dog friendly townhome community where the residents "come together" for dogs to stay socialized. Melissa has no children so Holly will no doubt be spoiled.

Maggie

Adopted 3-7-09

Maggie has been with RMGDRI for a little over a year and was our longest foster resident BUT we are happy to report that is no longer the case. Christopher and Lisa along with their two children from Florissan, CO decided that Maggie needed to be their dog. They have an older Golden Retriever that needed a house mate and have no cats so Maggie will be in seventh heaven. They were looking for an older Dane that their children could love on and not be too rambunctious with their current dog. Maggie couldn't have found a better family.

Mia

Adopted 3-7-09

Mia rode very well with Jenny Wetzel on the car ride back from NE to Denver to meet her new family. Introductions went well and Phillip and his family were thrilled with their new addition. They have a little dog that she was very excited to meet, and greeted appropriately. She gave her new dad a nice lean not too long after he took the leash. They had a new collar and leash ready for her. Apparently this is "his" dog...Mia's new mom said, "Now you've got your dog!"

Harley

Adopted 3-14-09

Harley has gone home with Jesse and Stef in Aurora, Colorado! The
couple have a 1-year-old Weimeraner named Duke and no children, so
Harley will get lots of very special attention. These self-proclaimed
"puppy parents" are looking forward to frequenting their local dog
parks and getting together with friends to have play dates with their
dogs. Stef is a teacher and will spend her summer's off enjoying the
dogs full-time!

Family photo coming soon.

Lyla

Adopted 3-14-09

Lyla has gone home with Chris in Peyton! Chris has Dane
experience, and his previous Dane was very timid, so he knows how to
get this special girl to come out of her shell. Chris currently has no
other pets or children, and is looking forward to lots of walks,
hikes, trips to the park and quality couch time with his new bud!

Family photo coming soon.

Bruce

Adopted 3-14-09

Lollipop

Adopted 3-14-09

Lollipop has gone home with Larry and Rose in Pueblo, Colorado.
"Lolli" is the family's fifth Dane, so we are confident she will be in
extremely capable and loving hands. The family has no other pets, and
firmly believes that every Dane deserves to have all of the attention!
Larry and Rose are avid travelers who always take their dog along for
the ride, so Lolli has a lot of world to see!

Kahlua

Adopted 3-14-09

Kahlua has gone home with Chris Greenleaf and Jess Boothroyd in
Colorado Springs! Chris and Jess are new to the breed but have had
Newfies in the past, so they understand the big dog lifestyle. They
like to run and camp, and say they are ready for new challenges. They
curerently have no other pets or children, so Kahlua will have all
sorts of love coming her way!

Family photo coming soon.

Valentine

Adopted 3-14-09

Lady

Adopted 3-15-09

Lady has a home with James and Kris in Longmont, CO. They have been waiting since September for the right Dane to come along and Lady is the lucky winner! They have owned a Dane in the past, are looking for a dog to travel with them and take hiking, camping, fishing, etc. Kris works from home 3 days of the week so Lady will only be left alone for 2 days a week while Kris is at work. They also have 2 kids 9 and 7 to keep her company.

Family photo coming soon.

Layla

Adopted 3-15-09

Barrett and Raquel have added Layla to their home which they own in Georgetown, CO. Layla will have a 6-pound Chihuahua to keep her company and show her the ropes. Raquel is a nurse that works three days a week and both she and Barrett are committed to helping Layla through her knee surgery. This surgery is currently being scheduled. They have no children and are very excited about adding Layla to their family.

Family photo coming soon.

Fleury

Adopted 3-21-09

Superman

Adopted 3-21-09

Superman has gone home with Sam in Englewood, Colorado! Superman graduated from our Board & Train program with flying colors! And Sam met with our trainer to learn how to work with Superman on an ongoing basis as part of our Foster to Adopt program. This was a fit right from the start. Sam has always had dogs and became acquainted with the breed through a friend who had a Dane. He had been waiting for the perfect dog, then Superman came along, and the rest, as they say, is history! Sam's family includes two teenagers and a toddler so our "man of steel" will always have lots of company! Sam is looking forward to continuing to train Superman and ensure that he is well socialized for the rest of his days.